[Pseudotsuga menziesii]
[a.k.a. Douglas-fir, Douglasfir]
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Douglas Fir have been planted as lumber and timber stock for decades, and established themselves early in the 20th century as one of the primary species grown as Christmas trees. Today Pseudotsuga menziesii are almost universally harvested from tree farms, not from the wild. They have been one of the backbone species of the lumber industry for over 100 years.
CLOSED FOR THE WINTER, sales resume mid-Jan 2026This species thrives in its native environments of the western United States, from California to its true stronghold of Oregon and Washington. Curiously, Pseudotsuga menziesii are not a “true fir” species despite its overall similar appearance to the true firs [the Abies genus of Fraser Fir, Balsam Fir, etc.]. Hence the “pseudo” in its latin name.
Seedings of Douglas Fir grow rapidly, and can reach heights of over 200 feet during a lifespan which can surpass 1,000 years. The diameter of this species at maturity can be astounding [8-10 feet across in some cases], rivaled only by the famous California Redwoods. Douglas Fir feature soft gray-green to blue-green needles, which carry a very pleasant aroma when cut or crushed.
True giants of the forest, Pseudotsuga menziesii can survive fires due to their thick, nearly impregnable bark. This species can be finicky when young and prefers moist soil in partial shade. Once mature it will adapt to drier locations due to its deeper tap roots. Once established, they love full sun and will come to dominate an ecosystem by towering over nearly all other plants in the ecosystem.
Douglas Fir seedlings: characteristics and info
• prefers hardiness zones 3-7
• prefers full sun
• mature height and spread: up to 80 ft high [occasionally to 200ft], about 15 ft spread
• prefers rich soils, moist well-draining soils
• Morton Arboretum info on Pseudotsuga menziesii
• Douglas Fir Sizes and Availability:
--- Douglas Fir seedlings [available in Spring 2026]
--- Douglas Fir transplants [available in Spring 2026]
--- Douglas Fir plug seedlings [available in Spring 2026]
• Comparable alternative species: Balsam Fir, Canaan Fir, Concolor Fir, Fraser Fir and Noble Fir. Confused about species? Check out our Evergreen Tree Buyers Guide
CURRENTLY SOLD OUT in this species in this size, see size and availability options above.
Prices below include all shipping and handling and a one year guarantee*:
5-pack for $34.00 (5 bare root evergreen seedlings)
10-pack for $45.00 (10 bare root evergreen seedlings)
25-pack for $65.00 (25 bare root evergreen seedlings)
50-pack for $93.00 (50 bare root evergreen seedlings)
100-pack for $133.00 (100 bare root evergreen seedlings)